User Manual Hotpoint FML 942 G UK Washing Machine

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Table of contents

• WASH CYCLE TABLE
• DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER
• WASH CYCLES
• INDICATOR LIGHTS
• FIRST-TIME USE
• DAILY USE
• PAUSING A CYCLE
• OPENING THE DOOR, IF NECESSARY
• CHANGING A RUNNING WASH CYCLE
• AT THE END OF THE WASH CYCLE
• OPTIONS
• TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS
• CARE AND MAINTENANCE
• LOAD BALANCING SYSTEM
• ACCESSORIES
• TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
• TROUBLESHOOTING

User Manual Washing Machine

CONTROL PANEL

1. ON/OFF button

2. TEMPERATURE knob

3. SPIN SPEED knob

4. WASH CYCLE PROGRESS indicator lights

5. DOOR-LOCKED indicator light

6. START/PAUSE button and indicator light

7. OPTION buttons and indicator lights

8. WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB

WASH CYCLE TABLE

The cycle duration indicated on the display or instruction manual is an estimate based on standard conditions. The actual duration may vary in relation to several factors, such as the temperature and pressure of the incoming water, ambient temperature, amount of detergent, load quantity and type, load balancing and any additional options selected.

1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation 1061/2010:

This cycle is designed for normally soiled cotton loads and is the most efficient in terms of both electricity and water consumption; it should be used for garments washable at 60°C or at 40°C. The actual washing temperature may differ from the indicated value.

For all testing institutes:

2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C.

3) Long wash cycle for synthetics: set wash cycle 5 with a temperature of 40°C.

* By selecting the cycle and excluding the spin cycle, the washing machine will drain only.

DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER

Compartment *:

Do not insert detergent in this compartment.

Compartment 1: Washing detergent (powder or liquid)

If liquid detergent is used, the removable plastic partition A (supplied) should be used for proper dosage. If powder detergent is used, place the partition into slot B.

Compartment 2: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener must not exceed the “MAX” level.

! Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for pre-washing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C.

! Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging.

WASH CYCLES

Anti Stain

The program is suitable to heavily-soiled garments with resistant colors. It ensures a washing class that is higher than the standard class (A class). When running the program, do not mix garments of different colors. We recommend the use of powder detergent. Pre-treatment with special additives is recommended if there are obstinate stains.

Whites

Heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.

Cotton

Lightly soiled resistant and delicate colors.

Eco Cotton 60° - 40°

Suitable for washing moderately soiled cotton garments. At 40°C and 60°C it is the standard cycle for washing cotton garments, and is the most efficient in terms of combined water and electricity consumption.

Synthetics

Suitable for washing moderately soiled garments made of synthetic fibers (e.g. polyester, polyacrylic, viscose, etc.) or mixed synthetic-cotton fibers.

Anti Allergy

Plus Suitable for removing major allergens such as pollen, mites, and cat or dog hair.

Baby

Use the special wash cycle to remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while removing all traces of detergent from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergic reactions. The cycle has been designed to reduce the number of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimizing the effect of special disinfecting additives added to the detergent.

Bed & Bath

Use the program to wash bed linen and towels in one single cycle: it optimizes softener performance and helps you save time and energy. We recommend the use of powder detergent.

Fast Wash 60’

For washing normally soiled garments in a short time. Not suitable for wool, silk, and garments to be washed by hand.

Fast Wash 30’

For washing lightly soiled garments in a short time. Not suitable for wool, silk, and garments to be washed by hand.

Cotton 20°C

The programme is ideal for lightly soiled cotton loads. The effective performance levels achieved at cold temperatures, which are comparable to washing at 40°, are guaranteed by a mechanical action that operates at varying speeds, with repeated and frequent peaks.

Shirts

Use the special wash cycle to wash shirts in different fabrics and colors to guarantee they receive the best possible care.

Wool - Woolmark Apparel Care - Green: The “Wool” wash cycle is approved by the Woolmark Company for washing wool garments classified as “hand-washable”, provided that the wash complies with the instructions appearing on the garment’s label and with those provided by the manufacturer of this washing machine. (M1127)

Delicates

For washing very delicate garments. It is advisable to turn the garments inside out before washing them. For best results, use liquid detergent on delicate garments. Use liquid detergent on delicate garments for best results. To wash silk garments and curtains select cycle 14 and then option “Easy Iron”; the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking, the “Easy Iron” and START/PAUSEindicator lights will flash (orange) and the RINSE phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the “Easy Iron” button.

Rinse

Designed for rinsing and spinning.

Spin + Pump out

Designed for spinning and draining the water.

INDICATOR LIGHTS

The indicator lights provide important information. This is what they can tell you:

Wash cycle phase indicator lights

Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has begun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in progress

Wash

Rinse

Spin

Pump out

End of wash cycle

Door locked indicator light

If this indicator light is on, the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid any damage, wait for the indicator light to switch off before you open the appliance door (wait approximately 3 minutes). ! If the START/PAUSE indicator light (orange) flashes rapidly at the same time as the option indicator light, this indicates a problem has occurred (see “Troubleshooting”).

FIRST-TIME USE

Once the appliance has been installed, and before it is used for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry, by setting the “Auto-Clean” cycle.

DAILY USE

Prepare the laundry by following the suggestions appearing under the “TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS” section.

- Press the ON/OFF button ; all the indicator lights will turn on for a few seconds, then only the indicator lights relative to the selected program settings will remain lit, and the START/PAUSEthe indicator light will flash.

- Open the door. Load the laundry while making sure not to exceed the maximum load quantity indicated in the wash cycle table.

- Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant compartments, as described in the “DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER” section.

- Close the door.

- Select the desired wash cycle.

- Set the washing temperature.

- Set the spin speed.

- Select the desired options.

- Press the START/PAUSE button to start the wash cycle; the relative indicator light will light up steady green and the door will lock (the the indicator light will switch on).

PAUSING A CYCLE

To pause the wash cycle, press the START/PAUSE button again; the indicator light will flash amber. To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted, press the START/PAUSE button again.

OPENING THE DOOR, IF NECESSARY

Once a cycle starts, the indicator light turns on to signal that the door cannot be opened. While a wash cycle is running, the door remains locked. To open the door while a cycle is underway, for example, to add or remove garments, press the START/PAUSE button to pause the cycle; the indicator light will flash amber. If the indicator light is not lit, the door may be opened. Press the START/PAUSE button again to continue the cycle.

CHANGING A RUNNING WASH CYCLE

To change a wash cycle while it is in progress, pause the washing machine using the START/PAUSE button (the relative indicator light will flash amber), then select the desired cycle and press the START/PAUSE button again.

! To cancel a cycle that has already begun, press and hold the ON/OFF button. The cycle will be stopped and the machine will switch off.

AT THE END OF THE WASH CYCLE

At the end of the wash cycle, the indicator light will switch on; when the indicator light switches off, the door may be opened (wait approximately 3 minutes). Open the door, unload the laundry, and switch off the machine. If you do not press the ON/OFF button, the washing machine will switch off automatically after about half of an hour.

OPTIONS

- If the selected option is not compatible with the programmed wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash, and a sound alert (3 beeps); the option will not be activated.

- If an option is incompatible with another function selected previously, only the most recent selection will remain active.

Super Wash

This option offers a high-performance wash due to the greater quantity of water used in the initial phase of the cycle, and due to the increased wash cycle duration, is particularly useful for the removal of stubborn stains.

Extra Rinse

Selecting this option allows for enhancing rinsing efficiency and fully removing the detergent. It is particularly useful for sensitive skin.

Easy Iron

By selecting this function, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. At the end of the cycle the washing machine will perform slow rotations of the drum; the EASY IRON and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash (orange) and the phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. To end the cycle, press the START/PAUSE button or the EASY IRON button.

Timer Saver

If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by up to 50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments.

Temperature

Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Wash cycles table). The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash . The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature that is higher than the maximum value set for each wash cycle.

Spin

Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle. The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol .

The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed that is higher than the maximum speed set for each wash cycle.

TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS

Divide the laundry according to:

Type of fabric (cotton, mixed fibers, synthetics, wool, garments to be hand-washed). Color (separate colored garments from whites, wash new colored garments separately). Delicates (small garments – such as nylon stockings – and items with hooks – such as bras: insert them in a fabric bag).

Empty the pockets:

Objects such as coins or lighters can damage the washing machine and the drum. Check all buttons.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cutting off the water and electricity supplies

Close the water tap after every wash. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks. Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work.

Cleaning the washing machine

The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.

The washing machine has a “Auto-Clean” cycle for its internal parts; it must be run without any load in the drum. To optimize this cycle, it is possible to use either detergent (10% of the quantity specified for lightly soiled garments) or special additives to clean the washing machine. We recommend running a cleaning cycle every 40 wash cycles.

To start the cycle press buttons “Super Wash” and “Extra Rinse” simultaneously for 5 seconds. The cycle will start automatically and will run for about 70 minutes. To stop the cycle, press the START/PAUSE button.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Remove the dispenser drawer by lifting and pulling it outwards. Wash it under running water; this procedure should be effected regularly.

Caring for the door and drum

Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odors from forming.

Cleaning the pump

The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump that does not require any maintenance. Small items (such as coins or buttons) may sometimes fall into the protective pre-chamber situated at the base of the pump.

! Make sure that the wash cycle has ended and unplug the appliance.

To access the pre-chamber:

1. remove the covering panel on the front side of the machine by inserting a screwdriver in the center and sides of the panel and using it as a lever;

2. loosen the drainage pump cover by turning it anti-clockwise: it is normal for some water to leak out;

3. clean the inside thoroughly;

4. screw the cover back on;

5. put the panel back in place, making sure the hooks slot in place before pushing the panel onto the appliance.

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the water inlet hose at least once a year. If it is cracked or broken, it must be replaced: during wash cycles, the high pressure of the water could suddenly split the hose open. ! Never use hoses that have already been used.

LOAD BALANCING SYSTEM

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations before every spin and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load.

ACCESSORIES

Contact our Technical Assistance Service to check whether the following accessories are available for this washing machine model.

Stacking kit

With this accessory, you can secure the tumble dryer to the upper part of your washing machine to save space and facilitate the loading and unloading of the tumble dryer.

TRANSPORT AND HANDLING

Do not lift the washing machine by gripping it from the upper section. Unplug the appliance and close the water tap. Check that the door and detergent dispenser drawer are tightly closed. Detach the filling hose from the water tap then detach the drain hose. Empty all the water remaining in the hoses and secure the latter so that they do not get damaged during transport. Apply the transport bolts back on. Repeat, in reverse order, the transport bolt removal procedure described in the “Installation instructions”.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Anomalies	Possible Causes / Solution
The machine does not switch on.	The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or not enough to make contact
	There is no power to the socket, or the fuse has blown in the mains plug.
The wash cycle does not start.	The door is not closed properly.
	The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.
	The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.
	The water tap has not been turned on to allow water to flow into the machine.
	A delayed start has been set
The machine does not fill with water or the indicator light for the first wash cycle stage flashes rapidly.	The water inlet hose is kinked.
	The water inlet hose is not connected to the water supply
	The water pressure is too low
	The water tap has not been turned on to allow water to flow into the machine.
	There is no water supply to the house.
	The inlet valve filter is blocked.
	The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.
The machine continuously fills with water and continually drains away or Water left in the drum or Stuck on the wash.	The top of the drain hose is too low - It must be fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor.
	The drain hose is connected incorrectly to the sink trap allowing water to run into the machine, the drain hose must be positioned higher than the bottom of the sink to prevent water from flowing down the drain hose.
	The end of the drain hose has been pushed too far down the standpipe, the ‘U’ bracket should be fitted 100 mm from the end of the drain hose.
The machine does not drain or spin - (error lights flashing).	The Pump filter is blocked.
	The drain hose is kinked.
	New Installation - The blanking cap or spigot has not been removed if connected under a sink.
	The drain hose or sink trap is blocked.
The machine does spin.	The ‘Spin’ Speed is set to position.
The machine does not heat or poor wash results.	The ‘Temperature’ is set to position.
The programme takes too long.	Programme times will vary due to water pressure, the incoming water temperature and if the wash load goes out of balance. This will increase the programme times accordingly.
The washing machine vibrates a lot during the spin cycle.	The feet have not been adjusted, enabling the machine to rock.
	New Installation - Either the Transit Bolts including the plastic spacers, or the Polystyrene Packaging have not been removed when installing the machine.
	The machine is trapped between cabinets and/or walls.
	The load is in a slight out of balance condition and machine is spinning, but at a lower speed.
The machine is noisy.	There will always be some motor, pump and drum noise during spin.
The machine leaks from the dispenser.	The dispenser drawer is blocked with detergent and requires cleaning.
	The water pressure is too high and requires turning down - turn down the tap on the water supply pipe slightly and try again.
	The machine is tilting forwards - It must be level when in its final position.
The indicator lights on the console are flashing rapidly.	Switch off the machine and unplug it, wait for approximately 1 minute and then switch back on again. If the problem persists contact Technical Assistance Centrer.
The machine smells.	The machine requires a service wash. Run a auto clean wash cycle with detergent and no laundry
The water level is too low when the machine is washing.	The water level is correct if it can be seen at the bottom of the door.
There is too much foam	The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should display the text ‘for washing machines’ or ‘hand and machine wash’ or the like).
General.	Your washing machine contains sensors that monitor progress during the wash cycle (eg: Water Levels, Temperatures, Out of Balance loads, Wash time/progress). Normally, if your machine successfully completes the cycle, there is unlikely to be anything wrong!